Discover Butterfly Collectors in Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Locations and Tips

In the intricate world of *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, the pursuit of justice often leads you down unexpected paths. One such path involves unraveling the mystery of the Butterfly Collector, a clandestine group with sinister intentions. If you're on the hunt for this faction and its members, we're here to guide you through the process.

The Butterfly Collector in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Explained

Your journey begins in the bustling city of Osaka, nestled in the heart of Izumi Settsu. Here, you'll encounter a woman speaking about a curious game of hunting origami butterflies, which you'll find pinned to trees throughout the city, accompanied by fluttering real butterflies. As you gather these paper treasures, you'll uncover disturbing notes that reveal the Butterfly Collector's true nature. Far from a harmless pastime, this group is a secret society of women who kidnap children from affluent families, aiming to amass power and influence. It's a mission you cannot ignore, and you must track down all five members to stop their nefarious deeds.

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How and Where To Find All Butterfly Collector Members in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, locating the Butterfly Collector members involves following geographical clues. We'll streamline your search by pinpointing exactly where to find each target.

Shucho

Your first target, Shucho, can be found in the Fishermen’s District at the southeastern tip of Osaka. Dressed in green, she's frantically searching for a kidnapped child at an intersection. Confront her with Naoe's blade or Yasuke's brute force, and then rescue the child hiding behind nearby horses.

Mucho

Head northwest from Shucho's location, crossing the bridge to reach the Kojo ruins. Mucho, posing as a family jochu, is struggling with her target just south of the ruins. Use the child's resistance to your advantage, confront Mucho, and then reunite the child with her mother before moving on to the next member.

Richo

Richo, a young woman who pretends to be of higher social standing, can be found in the bamboo grove at Noda Village, just north of Osaka. Look for her in pink attire as you navigate the grove. After taking her down, either stealthily or through combat, rescue the child she's holding.

Kacho

After eliminating the previous three targets, you'll confront Kacho, the leader of the Butterfly Collector. Located just north of the Nishinomaru Garden west of Osaka Castle, this restricted area requires caution. Follow the fluttering butterflies to her location, engage in dialogue, and prepare for a deadly confrontation. Kacho's demise will unravel the last piece of the puzzle.

Gamemaker

Finally, return to the Gamemaker, who initiated the butterfly collecting quest. As a former victim, she devised this game hoping someone would uncover the truth and save others. You face a choice: punish her for her involvement or grant her a new beginning. Opting for the latter allows her to start anew with a different identity. Your decision will disband the Butterfly Collector, rewarding you with 5,500 XP towards your next level.

That's how you effectively locate and deal with the Butterfly Collector and its members in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For more tips and guides, be sure to explore The Escapist.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows is available now on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.